Russia Boycott

Winter Paralympics 2026 to open in Milano Cortina amid boycotts

24 de fevereiro de 2026 Reportado por IA Imagem gerada por IA

The 2026 Winter Paralympics will take place from March 6 to 15 in Milano Cortina, Italy, marking the event's 50th anniversary with over 600 athletes competing in six sports. Ukrainian and Dutch officials plan to boycott the opening ceremony due to the return of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their national flags. Team GB features several medal hopefuls, including alpine skier Menna Fitzpatrick.